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2023年9月21日
©Chick-fil-A Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. congestion /kuhn-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which there is too much traffic and movement is difficult The city’s traffic congestion during rush hour makes commuting a challenge. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The school implemented an innovative curriculum that focuses on project-based learning. incorporate /in-KAWR-puh-reyt/ [verb] – to include something as part of something larger The chef decided to incorporate exotic spices into the recipe to add more flavor. merge /murj/ [verb] – to combine or join together, or to cause things to do this The software update merged various…
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2023年6月25日
©Mike Andronico/CNN Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. developer /dih-VEL-uh-per / [noun] – a person or company that creates new products, especially computer products such as software The app developer collaborated with a team of designers to develop a sleek and intuitive interface for their productivity app. vertical /VUR-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – standing or pointing straight up or at an angle of 90° to a horizontal surface or line The skyscraper stood tall, with its vertical lines reaching towards the sky. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something, or the truth or existence of something The CEO sent an email…
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2023年6月9日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prompt /prompt/ [noun] – a sign on a computer screen that shows that the computer is ready to receive your instructions The computer program provided a prompt for the user to enter their password. foundation /foun-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the basic ideas or structures from which something important develops The foundation of the argument was flawed, leading to its ultimate defeat in the debate. evolving /ih-VOLV-ing/ [adjective] – developing gradually Our understanding of the natural world is constantly evolving as we make new discoveries and gain new insights. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the quality of being full…
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2023年6月5日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are you familiar with artificial intelligence? Do you think artificial intelligence is dangerous? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad A lack of communication can cause misunderstandings and conflicts in a relationship. false /fawls / [adjective] – not real, but made to look or seem real The advertisement promised a false claim that the product could cure all illnesses. departure /dih-PAHR-cher / [noun] – the fact of a person or vehicle, etc. leaving somewhere Her departure from the party…
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2023年6月5日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eliminate /ih-LIM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to remove or take away someone or something We need to eliminate the possibility of a fire by checking the electrical wiring. amid /uh-MID / [preposition] – in the middle of or surrounded by Amid the chaos of the city, she found a moment of peace in the park. displace /dis-PLEYS / [verb] – to force something out of its usual or original position The construction of the new mall will displace several small businesses in the area. violate /VAHY-uh-leyt/ [verb] – to break or act against something, especially a law, agreement,…
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2023年5月24日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consultation /kon-suhl-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a meeting to discuss something or to get advice The doctor recommended that the patient schedule a consultation with a specialist to discuss their persistent symptoms and potential treatment options. fraudulent /FRAW-juh-luhnt/ [adjective] – dishonest and illegal: The company was fined for making fraudulent claims about the effectiveness of its product, which misled many customers into purchasing it based on false promises. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this To improve his fitness level, John decided to intensify his workout routine…
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2020年1月17日
Vocabulary: metropolitan /me-truh-POL-i-tn/ [adjective] of or in a large city The most populous metropolitan area in New York City was destroyed due to the recent hurricane. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] an official organization, often created by the government, which is responsible for managing a particular duty or service The local authority investigated the car accident which happened last month. agency /ey-JUHN-see/ [noun] a government organization The National Security Agency has an application about career development and job benefits. mutual /MYOO-choo-uhl/ [adjective] (of two or more people or groups) feeling the same emotion or doing the same thing to or for each other By mutual agreement of both teams, the members decided…
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2019年6月14日
Photo by © Getty via Evoke.ie Vocabulary: regulation /reg-yuh-LEY-shun/ [noun] the rules or system that are used by a person or organization to control activity or process The updated rules and regulations will be posted as soon as possible. portability /pawr-tuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] the ability to be used for a different purpose or on a different system The software portability is one of the factors that must be taken seriously by the technicians. framework /FREYM-wurk/ [noun] a system of rules, ideas, or beliefs that is used to plan or decide something The logical framework of the process will be more effective than before. safeguard /SEYF-gahrd/ [verb] to protect something from harm…
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2018年7月5日
Vocabulary: Generation X /jen-uh-REY-shuhn eks/ [noun] a way of referring to the group of people who were born in the 1960s and 1970s My parents are belong to the Generation X. Brit /brit/ [noun] a British person It’s easy to recognize a Brit based on his or her accent. back /bak/ [verb] to give support or help to a person, plan, or idea My theory is backed by years of careful research and accumulated data. costly /KAWST-lee/ [adjective] expensive Only members of the elite buy from this store because its products are too costly. time-consuming /TAHYM-kuhn-soo-ming/ [adjective] taking a lot of time to do or complete I have to start…
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2017年8月18日
Vocabulary: innovative – using new ideas or methods My colleague never stops searching for innovative ways to improve our current workflow. promote – to encourage Environmentalist promote eco-friendly alternatives to stop plastic pollution. circular economy– keeping resources in use as long as possible Big companies such as HP, Dell, and Kimberly-Clark swithed to the circular economy. longevity– living a long life He attributed his longevity to exercise and a healthy diet. incite– to urge Terror attacks incite fear. Everyday, billions of sachets are being thrown around the world which clog waterways and cause pollution. Unilever, a global brand of foods and cosmetics, has launched an innovative method to recycle plastic…
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